Program Recording

Philanthropy Fundamentals Module 2 introduced fundamental defining characteristics of the charitable sector, including an overview of critical foundation board and governance best practices. Attendees concluded the discussion with a clear understanding of the Attorney General's role, fiduciary responsibility and key Ohio-specific rules and regulations that govern the nonprofit sector.

Philanthropy Fundamentals Module 4 discussed the role of advocacy and public policy in the field of philanthropy. In this session, attendees gained insights on how to navigate leadership in an ever-changing sector.

Philanthropy Fundamentals Module 3 discussed how to read a nonprofit 990 document, common grantmaking philosophies and practices and power dynamics in the field when serving as a steward of philanthropic resources.

This informal policy conversation includes an update on the Ohio Legislature's priorities, the capital budget process, property tax reforms and newly introduced legislation regarding endowments.

This Midwest Partners Series recording discusses how foundations are responding to rising community needs and shrinking public resources to better support grant partners. In light of the complex challenges nonprofits face, many public and private foundations are exploring how they can do more to help their community partners by increasing their grantmaking payouts.

Philanthropy Fundamentals Module 1 presents a broad overview of philanthropy, both nationally and in Ohio. It provides insight into the origins of the nonprofit and philanthropic ecosystem, as well as key concepts for considering the role of foundations in supporting and building equitable communities.

This 2025 Community Foundation Communications Insights program recording provides valuable insights to understand the results of the first-ever Communications Benchmarking Survey for Community Foundations and how it impacts your work.

This Midwest Partner Series recording delved into how data center infrastructure investments affect economic and environmental resources.

This Midwest Partner Series recording highlights the 2025 Midwest Grantmaker Salary, Benefits and Demographic Report. Utilize this session to know the latest data on salary and benefits to stay competitive while attracting and retaining talent.

Hear from Andrea Wood and Christina Fagan of the Association of Corporate Citizenship Professionals (ACCP) about the rapidly-shifting corporate social impact landscape. Gain insight from their latest report on the implications of political polarization, evolving tax and regulatory policies and economic uncertainty.